you are violent tea drinker. please be more polite next time..don't la smash the cup

I am trying hard to control my superstrength. 2nd time I broke glass by putting it down only.

Improvised... and use what is left with the bodum set with normal ikea cup...

This kind of bodum glass very very fragile....
Infact ....i broke more then 4 and finally know how to handle without breaking it ....

Won't be buying it any more... quite expensive to be breaking it...

Just finished the AAA non roasted TieGuanYin (RM100:100g) bought by my colleague. I think I put too much leaves for a single person serving.



When I see the AAA, I was putting some higher hope for it but it was a disappointment. It doesn't have much aroma, weak flavor, doesn't have long lasting aftertaste. Guess the print AAA is for show, I should have guess the quality based on the price...

i guess is AAA/AAAAAAAAAA. haha u think bond meh AAA.

Got all these today...

2009 Dayi Round Tea Ripe - 357g x 2

Used to see/taste this in another tea shop but didn't get the chance to buy. Today came across it, I didn't know it was a round ball till now. Quite unique from Dayi, so I bought it. Didn't get the chance to sample today, but what the heck...







Shi Feng Long Jing - 2011-01-18

Gift from friend from China. No idea on the chinese wordings...





Burdock Tea

2nd time had it, and I think i like the herb and sweetness taste...

2006 dayi high mountain raw

Had some of this from the left over samples in a tea shop. Liking it. Has a unique taste compared to the usual dayi taste. Too bad no more stock for it. Reminds me of the Qiu Xiang 2004 Raw which is cheaper and older too.

I had some samples of the 2008 dayi high mountain raw, somehow i feel it is totally 2 different kind of tea though it has same name. Maybe it is because of the 2 years different, but I feel it doesn't come near at all... hmmm... I should probably retry again the 2008.

2009 dayi spring of menghai raw

Quite ok, not drinkable now. Nothing fancy...

2009 dayi hong yun ripe

Liking it. I may buy it on the next visit.

2010 dayi lao cha tou ripe

Easy to drink, lasted many brew till I lost count. Considering this too since I don't have any lao cha tou in my collection

wah...so free to test so much tea arr

What Are the Benefits of Burdock Root?
http://www.ehow.com/about_5042349_benefits-burdock-root.html







Burdock root is a purifying herb that can be used to support the cleansing properties of the liver and kidneys. It serves as a blood purifier and helps to remove harmful toxins from the body. Often, it is used during a body cleansing to support detoxification.

Benefits
Burdock can be used to help you rid your body of harmful toxins. It contains an oil that will increase your perspiration and expel toxins. The root is mostly made up of fructo-olio-saccharides, or FOS, which are complex carbohydrates. These carbohydrates will increase the beneficial bacterium in your body, which eliminates the bacteria related to disease. The carbohydrates will also help to balance your sugar levels if you suffer from hyperglycemia, stimulate your immune system and suppress abnormal cell growth in your body. Burdock can also be used to cleanse your body because of its ability to support the liver and aid the kidneys in purifying your blood.

Side Effects
Burdock has the potential to cause damage to fetuses and small children. Don't use burdock if you are pregnant or nursing. Also, if you are allergic to ragweed or similar plants, it's likely you may be allergic to burdock. The diuretic effects of burdock tend to dehydrate the body, and should not be used if you are already suffering from dehydration. Also, burdock lowers blood sugar and is unsafe for diabetics on medication. Use burdock sparingly. Large amounts may be unsafe.

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Added on February 27, 2011, 2:31 pmBesides all the scary side effects points, this taste and smells quite nice. Has the herbal taste and sweetness. This to me is love upon first time tasting, maybe because I like herbal soup.

This post has been edited by auhckw: Feb 27 2011, 02:31 PM

Too cute to drink?

wow. where u buy that?

My colleague punya... (already expired punya tea)

Just bought this afternoon. welcome for comments

Tmr i will post some of my tea....haha....quite nice... qing ping

nothing to comment never drink before..can you comment after u drink

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Added on March 1, 2011, 9:10 pmTea pairing

Found something interesting, not sure how true is it. Personal preference is DIM SUM + Pu Erh.

Pairings

Like wine, there are many types of teas with a variety of different flavors. The following pairings are simply suggestions and as with wine, you should let your palate be your guide.

Breakfast & Brunch

In the West, black teas are most popular for breakfast, both for their higher levels of caffeine, their compatability with milk due to higher tannins, and their easy pairing with Western breakfast foods.

* General: Assam, Breakfast Blends (e.g. English Breakfast, Irish Breakfast), Pu-erh, Yunnan.
* Higher Tannin: Ceylon, Irish Breakfast, Kenya pair best with milk.
* Heartier Greens: Chinese greens such as Green Pu-Erh or Gunpowder.
* Stronger Brunch Foods: Earl Grey, Lapsang Souchong.

Cheese & Tea Pairings

It may seem unusual, but like wines, there are many teas with myriad flavors that pair well with individual cheses.

* Asiago: Keemun, Pai Mu Dan
* Brie: Dragonwell, Ha Giang, Darjeeling, Tung Ting Oolong
* Camembert: Dragonwell, Chun Mee, Gunpowder, Ha Giang, First-Flush Darjeeling, Sikkim
* Cheddar: Tung Ting Oolong, Darjeeling
* Cream Cheese: Ceylon,
Darjeeling, Cameroon
* Edam: Ceylon, Autumnal Darjeeling, Buddha’s Finger Oolong
* Gorgonzola: Chun Mee, Ha Giang, Ceylon, Pouchong
* Muenster: Tung Ting Oolong, Pouchong
* Provolone: Ceylon, Nilgiri

Chicken & Tea Pairings

Chicken dishes like Chinese green teas, Darjeeling from India, green jasmine teas and Oolongs. See other poultry pairings in the “Miscellaneous” section below.

* Curry: Darjeeling, Pouchong, Dragonwell, Jasmine Green
* Fried: Assam, Ceylon, Nilgiri, Kenya
* Lemon: Tung Ting Oolong, Darjeeling, Ceylon, Gunpowder
* Roast: Ceylon, Gunpowder, Assam

Chocolate & Tea Pairings

A surprising array of options presents itself with chocolate, depending on the strength of the chocolate dish.

* With dark chocolate, try Assam, Darjeeling, Earl Grey, Gyokuro, Oolong or Pu-erh
* With milk or white chocolate, try Darjeeling, Dragonwell, Oolong, Sencha or Yunnan

Dessert & Tea Pairings

People are accustomed to enjoying a cup of tea with dessert. The canvas of tea is so rich and colorful, you may never ask for a “generic” cup of tea again!

* Baklava: Darjeeling, Pouchong, Oolong (any), Ceylon Black and Green
* Carrot Cake: Sencha, Dragonwell, Vietnamese Green, Ceylon Green and Black, Darjeeling, Ceylon, Assam
* Cheesecake: Sencha, Dragonwell, Vietnamese Green, Ceylon Green and Black, Darjeeling, Keemun
* Citrus: Earl Grey
* Crème Brûlée/Crème Caramel: Darjeeling, Earl Grey, Ti Kuan Yin, Tung Ting Oolong, Dragonwell, Assam, Ceylon Green and Black
* Crêpes: Darjeeling, Oolong (any)
* Dessert With Apples: Darjeeling, Dragonwell, Ti Kuan Yin
* Dessert With Apricots: Oolong (any), Darjeeling
* Dessert With Bananas: Ti Kuan Yin, Tung Ting Oolong, Pouchong, Ceylon
* Dessert With Black Currants: Dragonwell, Darjeeling, Oolong (any)
* Dessert With Coffee Or Mocha Flavors: Yunnan, Assam, Pu-erh, Formosa, Oriental Beauty, Buddha’s Finger Oolong
* Dessert With Raspberries: Darjeeling, Vietnamese Green, Ceylon Green and Black
* Desserts With Strawberries: Darjeeling, Dragonwell, Ti Kuan Yin
* Fruit Compote or Tart: Ceylon, Darjeeling, Earl Grey, Yunnan, Dragonwell, Ti Kuan Yin
* Pecan Pie: Oolong (any), Darjeeling, Assam, Ceylon
* Pumpkin Pie: Dragonwell, Ceylon Green and Black, Darjeeling
* Vanilla: Keemun, Ceylon, Darjeeling, Nilgiri

Fresh Fruit & Tea Pairings

These are hot tea pairings. Many people enjoy iced tea with fruit: Try iced greens and lighter blacks.

* Sweeter greens and lighter black teas, such as a first-flush Darjeeling or a lightly oxidized Oolong like Tung Ting
* Late autumnal Oolongs are also pleasant with fruit

Herb, Spice & Tea Pairings

Tea itself is an herb—a flavorful leaf of a plant. It pairs well with other herbs.

· Basil: Oolong, Darjeeling, Dragonwell, Gunpowder, Qui Ding Cha

* Capers: Qui Dind Cha, Vietnamese Green, Gunpowder, Ceylon UVA
* Chiles: Assam, Yunnan, Keemun, Formosa White Tip Oolong
* Cinnamon: Yunnan, Assam, Autumnal Darjeeling, Formosa White Tip Oolong, Pu-erh
* Garlic: Sencha, Gunpowder, Gen Mai Cha, Dooars
* Ginger: Tung Ting Oolong, Jasmine Pouchong, Darjeeling
* Mint: Darjeeling, Tung Ting Oolong, Pouchong, Gunpowder
* Mustard: Gunpowder, Chun Mee, Nepalese and African Varieties
* Nutmeg: Assam, Darjeeling, Yunnan, Ceylon
* Vanilla: Keemun, Tung Ting Oolong, Pouchong, Vietnamese Black, Kenyan

Fish/Seafood & Tea Pairings

In general, Japanese green teas, Oolong, and smoky black teas pair well with fish and seafood. Especially try Oolong with rich seafood like crab, lobster, scallops and shrimp.

* Fried: Dragonwell, Chun Mee, Gunpowder
* Grilled: Dragonwell, Chun Mee, Gunpowder, First-Flush Darjeeling
* Smoked: Oolong (any), Darjeeling, Ceylon, Dragonwell

Ham & Tea Pairings

The saltiness of ham requires a more assertive tea.

* Baked: Ceylon, Assam, Kenya
* Smoked: Oolong (any), Darjeeling, Dragonwell

Mushroom & Tea Pairings

Earthy mushroom flavors—some call them meaty—demand more assertive flavors than other vegetables.

* Chanterelles: Assam, Nilgiri, Ceylon, Pu-erh
* Common Mushrooms: Assam, Ceylon, Nilgiri, Dooars
* Morels: Assam, Tung Ting Oolong, Autumnal or Second-Flush Darjeeling, Pu-erh

Miscellaneous Food & Tea Pairings

* Anchovy: Ha Giang, Ceylon Green, First-Flush Darjeeling, Gunpowder, Chun
Mee, Pouchong
* Antipasto: Dragonwell, Pouchong, Ceylon, Dooars, Nilgiri
* Avocado: Tung Ting Oolong, Pouchong, Darjeeling, Sencha
* Bacon: Assam, Gunpowder, Ceylon
* Baked Beans: Ceylon, Assam, Kenya, Yunnan
* BBQ Fish: Gunpowder, Hojicha, Chun Mee
* BBQ Meat: Ceylon, Yunnan, Gunpowder
* Beef (Ground Beef, Stews, Roasts, Briskets): Ceylon, Yunnan, Formosa
Oolong, Kenya, Nilgiri, Gunpowder
* Blinis with Salmon: Tung Ting Oolong, Darjeeling
* Buffalo Wings: Ceylon, Darjeeling
* Carpaccio: Tung Ting Oolong, Darjeeling, Ceylon
* Clam Chowder: Dragonwell, Chun Mee, Ceylon Green
* Corn: Sencha, Hojicha, Chun Mee
* Corn Bread: Ceylon, Assam Kenya, Yunnan
* Couscous: Ceylon, Assam, Nilgiri, Yunnan, Gunpowder
* Curry: Darjeeling, Jasmine Black or Green
* Eggplant: Ceylon, Darjeeling
* Eggs: Darjeeling, Oolong (any), Keemun, Assam, Ceylon, Kenya
* Hamburgers: Ceylon, Darjeeling, Assam, Nilgiri, Kenya
* Lamb: Ceylon, Darjeeling, Yunnan
* Lasagna: Assam, Ceylon, Nilgiri
* Macaroni and Cheese: Sencha, Ceylon
* Meat Loaf: Yunnan, Keemun, Nilgiri, Kenya
* Mexican: Assam, Ceylon
* Pizza: Ceylon, Yunnan, Keemun
* Polenta: Darjeeling
* Pork: Darjeeling, Ceylon, Oolong (any), Hojicha, Lapsang Souchong, Dragonwell,
Gunpowder, Chun Mee
* Potato Salad: Oolong, Pouchong, Darjeeling, Dooars, Nilgiri, Ceylon
* Prawns: Dragonwell, Ti Kuan Yin, Dragonwell, Ha Giang, Ceylon Green
* Quiche: Darjeeling, Ceylon, Sencha, Dragonwell, Chun Mee
* Red Meat (Steak & “Bloody” Red Meats): Ceylon, Chinese Black Keemun,
Flavored Black Tea, Lapsang Souchong, Oolong, Moroccan Mint Tea
* Salami: Ceylon, Nilgiri
* Salsa: Vietnamese Green, Ceylon Green
* Spicy Foods: Red Meat: Ceylon, Chinese Black Keemun, Flavored Black Tea, Lapsang Souchong, Oolong, Moroccan Mint Tea
* Turkey: Oolong (any), Darjeeling, Ceylon, Yunnan
* Vegetables (raw): Ceylon, Nilgiri, Chun Mee, Sencha

This post has been edited by kuekwee: Mar 1 2011, 09:10 PM

good for sharing..

i buy 7+1 .. we can share it together .. talk better than drink it, lets feel it

i told auhckw that i found a place in kepong to drink tea together. RM5 per head and they are not tea shop so you are welcome to bring your own tea.
lets see we can meet up and having our first tea gathering.

Do u guys have any pic of the gathering??
Hmmm...kepong there got sell any good teapot?? around how much ?

Im sorry but have to reject your request.. the identity of this secret community should not be reveal

new or old? famous artist? if you visit 10teapot, they will tell you 10story.

i dont buy teapot.. too expensive to have good one..

i just get a standard zhi sha shui ping hu for daily use.. price range you can get is 50-150 for new one, old one (80s) you might need 300-400.

not hand-made one oh..bear in mind.

http://tw.news.yahoo.com/article/url/d/a/110301/8/2n8og.html
更新日期:"2011/03/01 12:24" 顧守昌　

Google Translate:-

Tainan robber appeared tea cake, grab a tea cake is high, 9 days ago, Tainan City in a tea shop, broke into two stun guns and the men who control the couple and their daughter, boss, after in 3 minutes and took away 50 kg of tea cakes, let the boss lost more than 5 million yuan.

2 robbers wearing a cap and mask, respectively, and the stun gun, the first boss ordered the couple was watching television and daughter are not allowed to move after one of them picked up the big bag, the store began to plunder the high price of Pu'er tea cake .

Boss: "About 10:30 or so, at night, relatively short man holding a pistol, did not look to have been moving."

Just 3 minutes, 150, weighing 50 kg tea cake, all were plundered a space, the loss of up to more than 5 million, of which number only tea cakes Continuous Computing, a 20 million price tag will.

Reporter: "How much is the most expensive?" Boss: "20 million, 5 million to 20 million more than about 60 pieces."

Just 3 minutes, loss of 5 million, the boss is very distressed, very familiar with the criminals store business hours, also suspended the license plate theft crimes, apparently come prepared, the police are looking for the best tea on the Shumenshulu Cake robber.

sound fishy...internal ppl is it hehe